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½ Penny Kent - Romney / J. Sawyer
1794 year| Copper | 9.6 g | 29 mm |
| Issuer | United Kingdom (United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies) |
|---|---|
| Type | Token |
| Year | 1794 |
| Value | ½ Penny (1⁄480) |
| Currency | Conder tokens (1787-1797) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 9.6 g |
| Diameter | 29 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#102047 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 92% |
Reverse
A small antique sloop with legend above and sprigs below
Script: Latin
Lettering: THE SUCCESS
Engraver: William Wyon
Edge
Inscripted text
NOTE: varieties exist
Lettering: PAYABLE AT IOHN SAWYER'S ROMNEY *X*
Comment
John Sawyer was thought to be a house carpenter and joiner.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Token ½ Penny (Kent - Romney / J. Sawyer) 1794 from United Kingdom is that it was issued during a time of severe coinage shortages in the country. The coin was minted privately by John Sawyer, a merchant in Romney, Kent, and was used as a substitute for the official copper coins that were in short supply. Despite being issued by a private individual, the coin was still accepted as legal tender and remained in circulation for many years. This fact highlights the resourcefulness and adaptability of the people during a time of economic hardship.
